Div Maintenance Staff Engineer - Engineer II

Position: Div 3 Maintenance Staff Engineer - Engineer II
Location: Northern

## Div 3 Maintenance Staff Engineer - Engineer IIApply:
New Hanover County, NC:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
October 2, 2026 (13 days left to apply):
JR-124448
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Engineer II (NS)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC18
* * About Us
** It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.
** Description of Work
** Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the Division Maintenance staff. Responsibilities include supporting various program budgets & WBS numbers throughout the division by preparing monthly budget reports, monitoring expenses & maintaining databases. The role includes assisting with budgeting, tracking expenditures, generating & analyzing reports, and coaching peers and maintenance supervisors in budget management strategies.

This position will also assist with the development of new contracts for various maintenance functions, and in the administration of /IQ contracts throughout the Division. The position will also track the Division’s Secondary Road Construction program and oversee special projects as assigned. The role will also help troubleshoot issues throughout maintenance areas and ensure consistency in the application of policies and procedures throughout the Division.  

The selected candidate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Salary Grade and Salary Range:
NC18    $63,927 - $111,871
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience writing memos, reports, and emails that clearly convey technical information and engineering concepts with Division personnel and contractors.
* Experience in planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
* Working knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, software and mathematical functions.
* Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff across the Department, other agencies, and the public.
* Experience in tracking operation cost expenditures   
** Minimum

Education and Experience
** Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the

Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.  
** Minimum

Education and Experience of Requirement:
** Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
** Necessary

Special Requirements :
** May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
** In accordance with the Governor’s*
* ** Executive Order 303****, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
**** It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
**** EEO Statement
** The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.